Press Statement
Statement by the President of the UN General Assembly, H.E. Philemon Yang,
on the situation between India and Pakistan
I am deeply concerned about the escalating hostilities between India and Pakistan.
I call for both sides to exercise maximum restraint and for an immediate de-escalation.
I reiterate my condemnation of all terrorist attacks and attacks against civilians and civilian infrastructure.
I firmly believe that dialogue and diplomatic solutions in line with the UN Charter and international law are the only ways to resolve differences and achieve lasting peace and stability.
New York, 7 May 2025
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